No Joke Podcast

Billy and Adam are joined by their friend, and writer for Bleacher Report, Dave Schilling. In this episode Dave explains his path to sports writing, what it's like covering the NBA finals and a brief history of working at Grantland. They also discuss the future of sports journalism and examine how, and why, the industry has changed over the past decade. Plus, jacked mascots, drinking on the job an...

Billy and Adam will not apologize for discussing apologies. In this episode they explore Roseanne Barr's racist tweets, memories of having to say "I'm sorry," and their current, apology-driven personalities. Plus, a recap of the Mocktail episode and music by Amy Winehouse! Sponsor: Quip Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Donate: http://Patreon.com/NoJokePod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.c...

Billy and Adam leave the alcohol on the shelf and try to talk about mocktails. Cocktails without booze. Fun. Also in the episode, a critical analysis of The Offspring, the legend of Coco Lopez and a drink called the Meg Ryan. Plus, Adam "comes around" and music by Green Day! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Donate: http://Patreon.com/NoJokePod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a...

Billy and Adam have had a string of bad luck. They talked about Bitcoin and the market crashed. They talked about the Knicks and Porzingis tore his ACL. They talked about Kanye's Twitter and, well, you get the point. In an effort to reverse the curse, they look the problem straight in the eye and discuss curses. The Kennedys, The Bermuda Triangle, The Madden Curse and more. Plus, music by Screamin...

Billy won two Sports Emmys and Adam has questions. In this episode they discuss the nature of the work, the nominations and the moment Billy found out he won. Plus, Good King Wenceslas, The ECNYs and music by Drake! Sponsored by: Quip Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Donate to "Fun Size" on Patreon See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://a...

Billy and Adam celebrate Mothers Day by honoring the women who raised them... TV Moms. In this episode they discuss Sophia from the Golden Girls, Estelle Costanza, both Aunt Vivs and so many more moms. Plus, a trip around the world with Hyped 4.0, a tease of their second podcast, Fun Size, and music by Dick Van Dyke! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Donate to "Fun Size" on Patreon See Privacy...

Billy and Adam sit down with author, adventurer and friend Marina Shifrin to discuss her new book, 30 Before 30. At age 23, Marina made a list of goals to accomplish before her 30th birthday. Well, she accomplished them... wrote about them... and her stories are hilarious. Also in the episode - growing up in a Russian household, the unexpected consequences of going viral and the perfect way to qui...

Billy and Adam discuss technological disruptors. MoviePass, AirBNB, Uber... how are they helping and what are the unexpected consequences of these businesses? Should we worry about our personal data being used? What does "personal data" actually mean? Plus, a preview of Fun Size, basketball moon shoes and music by Drake! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Listen to Fun Size on Patreon See Priva...

Billy and Adam discuss the recent set of tweets written by Kanye West. Each one offers a glimpse into Kanye's mind and they discuss who he is writing to and what the tweets might mean. Plus, Billy and Adam's history as fans of Kanye, a sneak peak at their second podcast Fun Size and music from Pac Div! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Listen to Pac Div's 'First Baptist' on Spotify Listen to F...

Billy and Adam welcome actor, writer and friend Malcolm Barrett. In this episode they discuss Malcolm's upbringing in a math and science high school and how it may have helped him land roles on sci fi shows like NBC's Timeless. Plus, time traveling while black, Snapchat's problematic face filters and music by Lost Boyz! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Listen to Fun Size on Patreon! See Priva...

Billy and Adam welcome fellow Harvard Sailing Team member Jen Curran on the show to discuss fighting. Some people aren't afraid of confrontation - Jen is one of those people. In this episode we reflect on fights at the mall, bananas in the office and her new Los Angeles comedy theater, The Ruby. Plus, music by Kanye West! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Listen to Fun Size on Patreon! See Pri...

Billy and Adam discuss their history as pranksters. They've thrown pies in their friends' faces and convinced Drake he was going to die in an earthquake. Frankly... they're good at it. Plus, Billy gets nominated for Sports Emmys, Adam struggles with a clever business card and music by Justin Bieber! Sponsored by: Hims Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Listen to Fun Size on Patreon! See Privacy...

Billy wrote and directed his first short film, Triple Kiss, and it stars Adam. In this episode they discuss where the idea came from, why Billy decided to make it and the value of working with like minded partners. Watch Triple Kiss on Vimeo and share it with your weirdest friends! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Support us on Patreon ! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal...

Billy and Adam learn about lesser known, but totally real, holiday mascots. Kitchen Gods, Cinnamon Bears, Easter Bilbies and men who dress like groundhogs. Plus, the movie Hook, the taste of nougat and music by Mya! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Support us on Patreon ! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-...

Billy and Adam discuss printers. Naturally. Learn about their first black and white printers, their obsolete color printers and how 3D printers actually work. Plus, Adam's secret life as a fax expert, Billy's brand loyalty to Brother and music from Brendan Shields! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Support us on Patreon! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...

Billy and Adam are joined by friend and fellow comedian, Ramy Youssef. In this episode, they discuss Ramy's upbringing as a Muslim in New Jersey, how it shaped his approach to comedy and the challenges of turning a personal story into a television pilot. Also, the three give some love to the members in Backstreet Boys, the background actors in Glee and listen to music from B2K! Theme: Send Medicin...

Billy and Adam read a list of interesting facts and quickly get sidetracked. In this episode they discuss the R&B group 112, Billy's dislike of fish and the healing powers of the ice cream man. Plus, The Snapple Lady, pigs that eat people and music by The Lox! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Support us on Patreon! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...

Billy and Adam welcome CBS' Late Night VP, and friend, Nick Bernstein to the show. In this episode they discuss Nick's path to becoming a network executive, the importance of having a good attitude and the interesting history of the NBC page program. Plus: The Typo Challenge, USPS appreciation and music by Kanye West! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Support us on Patreon! See Privacy Policy...

Billy and Adam discuss cryptocurrencies with their guest Amir Blumenfeld. Billy has been investing in imaginary coins for months. Amir has been doing it for years. Adam is deeply confused. What have they learned? What have they earned? And what are they exactly? This crash course in internet coins is guaranteed to get you rich. Plus, music from Wiley! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Support...

Billy and Adam welcome lead judge and head writer for TruTV's, Talk Show The Game Show, Casey Schreiner. In this episode he explains the rules of the show, Billy's contributions and how he created ModernHiker.com . Learn what it takes to be a TV judge and watch Casey every Thursday on TruTV. Plus, music by Calexico! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Fun Size on Patreon See Privacy Policy at ht...

Billy and Adam take a look back at the past 30 years of Best Picture Oscar winners. Lord of The Rings, No Country For Old Men, Titanic, Moonlight and more. Also in the episode: Adam hates sad Boston dramas, Billy is confused by Kevin Costner and music from Phantom Planet!  Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Fun Size on Patreon See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...

Billy and Adam try to learn about the benefits of fruit and immediately get sidetracked by a bounty of gifts. Gifts that required "one stamp" to send. This off-the-wall episode features apple orchards, loaves of bread, avocado facts and anthrax. Plus, music by Hall and Oates!  Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Fun Size on Patreon See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor...

Billy and Adam provide helpful hacks to win at life. Learn why you should rubberize the walls of your garage, put bread clips on everything and rub a walnut on some wood. Plus, the launch of Billy and Adam's new candy competition podcast, Fun Size, and music by FKA Twigs! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea Fun Size on Patreon - Patreon.com/NoJokePod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva...

Billy and Adam are joined by the stars and creators of Comedy Central's new show, Corporate. Matt and Jake talk about how the idea arrived, committing to a visual style, their approach to "dark comedy," casting Adam and much more. Plus, everyone gets in a compliment fight and music by Ty Segall! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...

Billy and Adam take a suggestion from their Reddit page and tackle the world of cereal. From the mascots to the marketing to marshmallows - where did it all start? And what does your cereal say about you? Plus, the No Joke Patreon Page, the One Stamp Challenge and music by Serial! Happy New Year! Theme: Send Medicine - Way to the Sea See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P...